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Recent Wait Staff reviews in Sydney

Very reliable, very professional. Thank you again

Waiter for breakfast shifts

$385

Wonderful help! Thank you

Waitstaff / Bar tend my high tea party

$100

Amazing! 5 star Tasker!!!

RSA held waiter for this Saturday SYDNEY QVB

$160

Sylvia is very attentive and thorough

1 x wait staff to help me host a small birthday party

$180

Awesome service with a smile

I need a Waiter or Waitress

$150

Emily did an amazing job and was so great to deal with!

1x RSA wait staff

$455

What's the average cost of a wait staffing service in Sydney

$140 - $250

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$140

median

$200

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$250

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Average reviews for Wait Staff Services in Sydney

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What do wait staff services include?

Hiring a Tasker for waiter service can help grow your business and meet expectations on days when there is so much going on. It doesn’t just have to be during the peak seasons for the hospitality industry, like Christmas and Valentine’s Day. It can also be on days when there’s a lot of foot traffic coming in. This can differ for every type of business. 

Bars and fine dining restaurants can need more people in the evening, while more family-friendly places may need additional servers during lunch hours and weekends. The trick is finding part-time staff that already have experience in what you need. This saves you time in training them and gives you more peace of mind. When putting up a task for wait staff for hire, here are some positions that you can look for:

Hosting staff

In most establishments, the wait staff and manager double as the host or hostess for the meal. However, there might be days when the table seating is more challenging to manage. Catering for special events done in the restaurant or conference room may also need more people to welcome guests, explain the menu, and ensure that everything goes smoothly. Some Taskers specialise and have years of experience in making clients feel like VIPs during their visit to your restaurant through excellent service and accommodating attitudes.

Serving staff

The serving staff is the backbone of your operations. The work is not easy, either! However, it is possible that hiring twice the number of your full-time team might hurt your financials. If you’re noticing orders getting switched up or staff members taking sick days, they might be not getting enough rest. Take time to review when the bulk of heavy work comes in and put up a Task for those hours. 

Depending on the type of your establishments, you can find entry-level and highly trainable Taskers who are looking to make additional money during their free time or experienced wait staff with years of working in fine dining restaurants. Your current team will be happy for the extra help, and you can be sure that guests are adequately served.

Bartenders and baristas

It’s not a complete meal without drinks, whether a fine cocktail in the evening or a delicious coffee concoction in the morning. There are so many talented bartenders and baristas here on Airtasker that you can work with. This can be when your regular guy (or gal!) can’t come in. 

Another instance is when you’re only in need of the service for special occasions like closed-off events or in-house promotions. You may also want to test out hiring a part-time staff before committing to a regular employee on payroll to ensure that it’s well-received by the guests and that the expense is manageable. 

Dishwashers

Busy hours mean more plates coming in and leaving the kitchen. If you’re constantly running out of plates, glassware, and utensils during lunch or dinner, it might not be an inventory problem. You might just need more hands shuffling the plates and making sure they’re clean. Hiring a Tasker to help in the kitchen, whether specifically for dishwashing or in general, can also help you avoid a customer becoming irate for seeing a stain on their dinnerware. Avoid the embarrassment and the risk of losing your health licence by investing in a Tasker who can help.

Recent Wait Staff tasks in Sydney

Wait staff

$120

St Peters NSW, Australia

19th Mar 2026

In need of 1 wait staff to help serve drinks etc for 3 hours

Wait staff for private event

$210

Petersham NSW, Australia

18th Mar 2026

I need two people to serve drinks and food and clean up during and after the event. There will be about 25 people at the event. Price is for two people. I will need you there at 1:30 and finishing at 5pm Must have experience

Waiter for private party at home

$120

Mascot NSW, Australia

14th Mar 2026

Prepare and serve food, serve drinks and clear away for a private party for a child’s birthday. Arrive 1.30pm and done by 5pm. Mascot home.

Waitstaff for Birthday Lunch

$100

Darlinghurst NSW, Australia

11th Mar 2026

Looking for 2 waitstaff for my Birthday lunch next weekend for 2-3 hours from 2pm. The lunch is at my apartment for 32 people and will be catered (family style shared dishes) so duties will include topping up drinks (no heavy cocktail making, just pouring wine / beer / spirit + mixer etc), plating and serving dishes, clearing and washing plates. It will be a group of fun people in their late 20s -30s so would be great to have someone who is fun and comfortable in that environment. Pay is $35 p/h per person. You can apply separately or as a duo.

Waiter for drinks at private residence in Potts Point

$200

Potts Point NSW, Australia

23rd Feb 2026

We are hosting 30 ppl in an apartment in Potts Point. We require a waiter to circulate food and ensure guests drinks are topped up. from 5:30pm to 9:30pm (4hrs of work)

Wait staff

$300

Surry Hills NSW, Australia

20th Feb 2026

We require 1-2 waitstaff to help with a family birthday we’re hosting at home for approx. 30 people. Ideally can serve drinks, food, tidy/clear and clean throughout.

Experienced waiter to assist at the opening night of my art exhibition

$180

Surry Hills NSW, Australia

11th Feb 2026

I’m looking for an experienced waiter to assist at the opening night of my art exhibition Date: Friday, 20th February Time: 6:00pm – 8:30pm Location: M2 Gallery, Surry Hills Duties include: Serving alcohol (wine, beer, basic drinks) Walking around with platters of small food Collecting empty glasses Helping maintain a clean and professional atmosphere It’s a relaxed but professional event, so I’m looking for someone well-presented, confident, and friendly with guests. Previous hospitality experience required. RSA preferred Please send through your experience and availability

Super lovely and nice to work with. Highly recommend

Wait staff for home event ( 40ppl) price p/p & p/h

$30

Mascot NSW, Australia

17th Jan 2026

Wait staff (2) to walk platters of food around , offer drinks and pick up empty’s . Clean area as you see fit . Also looking for someone to heat up food prior to serving in kitchen as needed . Tidy up kitchen and rubbish . Must be 18 as alcohol at premises . Hours 6.00- 9.30pm

Great service , friendly , helped were event and cleaning

Waiter/ Catering Staff

$210

Pyrmont NSW, Australia

16th Jan 2026

Looking for 3 Waiters/ Catering Staff to assist with an event I am hosting at the New Sydney Fish Market tomorrow between 9am - 4pm

Waitress/cocktail marker

$500

Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

26th Dec 2025

I'll be hosting freinds/family for the new years fireworks at my appartment near Town Hall station. I need someone to serve food, keep the place clean, serve drinks, and make cocktails, it will be a really relaxed environment, mostly family. We will have everything provided food and drink wise, making basic cocktails is fine, don't need anything fancy, can learn on the day, just need someone pleasant to host with. Will start from 6pm to Midnight, 6 hours. Please let me know your hourly rate.

Require waiter/ waitress

$65

St Peters NSW 2044, Australia

16th Dec 2025

Require 2x waiters/waitresses to welcome guest and help with drinks/Food/ assistants and etc. the duration of the work is 3.5 hours from 6 pm sharp to 9:30 pm on Sunday 21st. Dress code: Black outfit Price: $25 per hour Preferably having RSA license.

Waitress to serve staff drinks and keep office space clean

$150

Sydney NSW, Australia

5th Dec 2025

4pm to 7pm, serve my small office (in office event) team basic drinks and keep space tidy. Pitt St.

Great at short notice

Waiter/ waitress needed for private party for gym in Woolloomooloo

$160

Woolloomooloo NSW, Australia

27th Nov 2025

Looking for someone to serve drinks to our clients at our gym Christmas party from 5:30-9. There will be around 25/30 people. Serve drinks to people as they arrive on entry then top people up as the night goes on and manage all the rubbish and recycling throughout the night and clean glasses as people leave.

Boat waitress

$250

Rushcutters Bay NSW, Australia

26th Nov 2025

Require waitress to serve food and drinks and clean up

Excellent and so positive. Wonderful help.

Waiter for Christmas Party - Dec 19 (7PM-11PM)

$140

Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia

23rd Nov 2025

We're looking for someone who can act as a waiter for a private Christmas Party at our home in Darlinghurst on Friday, December 19th. The rate includes 4 hours of service, beginning at 7PM with an hour of set up before guests arrive at 8PM. Please note that this rate does not include a tip, which will be provided in person as long as you arrive on time and carry out the tasks outlined below. I also take into consideration the fees imposed when determining additional amounts. You will assist with passing drinks and canapes around and ensuring dirty glasses are collected and washed. You will be asked to wear a Christmas themed waiter outfit that will be provided. All that is needed of you attire wise is black pants and ideally black shoes. If you do not have either, please let me know and we can look into alternatives. Thank you!

It was such a pleaser working with Poppi! She served as a waiter for our private Christmas party and was so attentive and friendly with our guests. I especially appreciated how she just knew what to do - took initiative and made things happen. Would 100% work with her again. Thanks, Poppi!

Waiter for home party

$200

Newtown NSW, Australia

7th Nov 2025

I am having a 30th birthday. I am making the food but need someone to serve it. There will be about 60 people

Cinthia was amazing and made the night such a success!!

Waiter for Halloween Party TODAY - Oct 25 (7PM-11PM)

$140

Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia

24th Oct 2025

Hello - we're in a bit of a bind due to our waiter falling ill. It's last minute, but if you're available and can support, we'd greatly appreciate it! We're looking for someone who can act as a waiter for a private Halloween Party at our home in Darlinghurst on Saturday, October 25th. Due to group size we are seeking an additional waiter for the opening hours of the party. The rate includes 4 hours of service, beginning at 7PM with an hour of set up before guests arrive at 8PM. Please note that this rate does not include a tip, which will be provided in person as long as you arrive on time and carry out the tasks outlined below. I also take into consideration the fees imposed when determining additional amounts. You will assist the designated bartenders as needed, as well as pass drinks around and ensure dirty glasses are collected and cleaned. You will be asked to wear a Halloween themed waiter outfit that will be provided. This includes a white button up shirt, black vest, and orange apron. All that is needed of you attire wise is black pants and ideally black shoes. If you do not have either, please let me know and we can look into alternatives. Thank you!

Ben was friendly and helpful as a waiter. Very appreciative of his willingness to support our event on short notice l!

Waitstaff for morning tea

$200

Glebe, New South Wales

22nd Oct 2025

We are in search of 2 staff members who can help at a morning tea function for 4 hours, 11 am to 3 pm. Duties include: - ensuring food is replenished at a buffet table - tidying up tables after guests finish eating - helping pack up tables and chairs after guests leave - load catering materials into cars We are a not-for-profit hosting a morning tea to thank our members.

Susan makes sure the job is done thoroughly!

Waitress for a work event

$40

Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

11th Oct 2025

I am looking for a waitress or waiter for a work event in Sydney cbd. 3 h from 4:30pm. Pass canapés, serve drinks. RSA preferred $40/hours

Efficient, on time and reliable

Waiter/party coordinator for private event

$180

Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia

4th Oct 2025

I’m looking for a waiter / party coordinator for a private function. Meet the caterer delivering food to the venue, make any required preparations (put out napkins and cutlery, get grazing boxes ready) and then serve the food to guests when they arrive. Probably 6pm to 8.30pm in total.

Thank you so much! Very grateful